April is Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on the responsibility REALTORS® have in promoting equal access to housing. It’s also a chance to move beyond awareness and put meaningful tools into the hands of clients.

That’s exactly the goal behind a new collaboration between the United South Broadway Corporation (USBC) and GAAR’s ABCD Committee—a simple, powerful one-page resource designed for brokers to include in their closing packets.

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Available in English & Spanish - Recommend printing two-sided.

A Resource That Stays With the Client

Buying a home is a milestone moment, but homeownership doesn’t come with a pause button for life’s unexpected challenges. Job loss, medical expenses, or sudden financial strain can put even the most prepared homeowners at risk. That’s where this new handout comes in.

Designed as a post-closing resource, the USBC one-pager gives homeowners clear, immediate access to help if they ever find themselves struggling with their mortgage or facing foreclosure. Instead of scrambling for answers during a crisis, clients already have a trusted resource in hand.

The handout highlights three key areas of support:

• Foreclosure Prevention: HUD-certified housing counselors help homeowners review finances, explore options like loan modifications or short sales, and even advocate directly with lenders
• Legal Representation: Qualified homeowners can receive free legal consultation and, if eligible, full representation throughout the foreclosure process
• Fair Housing Support: Clients who experience discrimination can receive guidance on filing a complaint and understanding their rights

It’s practical, easy to understand, and available in both English and Spanish—because access only works when it reaches everyone.

Supporting Clients Beyond Closing

This isn’t just another document to tuck into a folder. It’s a long-term touchpoint that reinforces trust and professionalism.

Clients may not always voice financial concerns, especially early on. Having this resource in their closing packet removes that barrier. It gives them a discreet, judgment-free option to seek help if needed, long after the transaction is complete.

It also positions brokers as more than transaction facilitators. It shows a commitment to sustainable homeownership, not just successful closings.

Available in English & Spanish

Including the handout in Spanish ensures that critical housing resources are accessible to a broader range of homeowners in our community. Clear communication matters, especially when it comes to something as serious as foreclosure or housing rights. When clients can read and understand information in their preferred language, they are more likely to take action and seek help when they need it.

For brokers, printing the handout double-sided with both English and Spanish is a simple way to make sure no client is left out. It shows awareness, inclusivity, and a commitment to serving all clients with clarity and care—without adding extra steps to your process.

Local Impact, Lasting Stability

USBC has been doing this work in Albuquerque and across New Mexico since 1986, helping thousands of homeowners stay in their homes and navigate difficult financial situations. Their approach blends housing counseling, legal advocacy, and fair housing education—creating stronger, more stable communities in the process.

The new one-page handout brings that impact directly into the hands of homeowners at one of the most important moments in their journey.

A Small Addition with Big Reach

Adding a single page to a closing packet might not seem like much. But when that page could help someone keep their home, understand their rights, or find support in a difficult moment, it becomes something far more meaningful.

Fair Housing Month is about access, opportunity, and equity. This collaboration between USBC and the GAAR ABCD Committee puts those values into action—one closing packet at a time.